Shaft Material | Hunting, Fishing | Industry: Aluminum (6061-T6, 2.5g/cm³) Base: Carbon (7075-T6, 1.9g/cm³ ▲24%) Advanced: CFRP (1.5g/cm³ ▲40% (lighter than aluminum) | Lighter materials improve speed and reduce fatigue. Advanced has best strength-to-weight. | Advanced materials cost more. Base may not handle extreme conditions as well. |
Arrowhead Material | Hunting, Fishing | Industry: Steel (ASTM A36, 200 Brinell) Base: HC Steel (250 Brinell ▲25%) Advanced: Stainless (280 Brinell ▲40% (resists saltwater corrosion) | Enhanced penetration; advanced resists corrosion. | Advanced may be brittle in cold. Base sufficient for small game. |
Weight | Hunting, Target Practice | Industry: 400g/shaft (ISO 9001) Base: 320g (▲20%) Advanced: 280g (▲30% (30% lighter than industry) | Lighter arrows increase velocity and energy. Advanced optimal for long range. | Lighter arrows need higher draw weights. Base good for moderate distances. |
Durability | Heavy Use, Outdoor | Industry: 500 shots (ASTM F2237) Base: 800 (▲60%) Advanced: 1200 (▲140% (2.4x more durable) | Extended lifespan reduces replacement costs. Advanced ideal for professionals. | Advanced is pricier. Base requires more maintenance. |
Compatibility | Crossbow, Compound Bow | Industry: 5/16-24 thread (SAE J1133) Base: 5/16+7/16 (▲2 adapters) Advanced: Custom (▲4 (4 threading options) | Wider compatibility without adapters. Advanced eliminates need for adapters. | Custom threading needs professional install. Base covers common models. |
Aerodynamics | Long-Range Shooting | Industry: Cd 0.25 (per CFD) Base: Cd 0.20 (▲20%) Advanced: Cd 0.15 (▲40% (40% less drag) | Improved flight stability and range. Advanced minimizes wind drift. | Complex design increases cost. Base adequate for shorter ranges. |